Social Media Marketing Coordinator:

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Role Description

This is a full-time role for a Social Media Marketing Coordinator for the Oakland Ballers Baseball Club in Oakland, CA. The position has flexibility to work remotely, but the strong preference is someone living in the Bay Area. The Social Media Marketing Coordinator is responsible for managing and executing the franchise’s social media strategy, creating and curating social and video content, analyzing metrics, and ensuring consistent branding across all social platforms. They will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business opportunities and provide customized solutions, oversee daily social media operations, and work closely with management to continuously improve the social media strategy.

A strong candidate will have a demonstrated ability to create sticky social content that cuts through the noise. We are looking for someone who can create written posts with a strong POV and editorial voice, elegant visual posts, and ideally short video content that is high-quality and impactful. We are a baseball team, but we are also an Oakland lifestyle brand - and our social channels are the main medium where we can consistently express ourselves and our values.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, or a related field
Experience in Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, or Brand Management
Knowledge of social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, and TikTok
Demonstrated proficiency in content creation, curation, and copywriting
Excellent analytical skills and experience with social media metrics and analytics tools
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and experience in customer service
Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, or other graphic design tools is a major plus
Ability to shoot and edit video a major plus
Ability to work independently and with a team, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively
Experience working in sports, entertainment, or comedy a plus
Experience working with influencers and brands in entertainment or sports industry is preferred
Understanding of the rich cultural landscape of Oakland and sports in Oakland is preferred

Candidates will be asked to share sample social posts that demonstrate compelling voice and tone.